Is Dunton Green and Riverhead Safe?
Crime statistics for Dunton Green and Riverhead. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 339 total crimes recorded in Dunton Green and Riverhead
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Dunton Green and Riverhead — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dunton Green and Riverhead safe?
Dunton Green and Riverhead has a CrimeRadar safety score of 59/100, rated Average. A total of 339 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 0.3% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Dunton Green and Riverhead are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Dunton Green and Riverhead in the last 12 months?
339 crimes were recorded in Dunton Green and Riverhead in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 0.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (340 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 90 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Dunton Green and Riverhead?
The most common crime in Dunton Green and Riverhead is Violent Crime, with 90 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 26.5% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Dunton Green and Riverhead increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Dunton Green and Riverhead is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 0.3% — from 340 crimes in the previous 12 months to 339 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Dunton Green and Riverhead?
Dunton Green and Riverhead has a safety score of 59 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Dunton Green and Riverhead compare to the Kent Police average?
Dunton Green and Riverhead has a safety score of 59/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Dunton Green and Riverhead is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Dunton Green and Riverhead?
38.1% of crimes recorded in Dunton Green and Riverhead resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Kent Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Dunton Green and Riverhead?
90 violent crimes were recorded in Dunton Green and Riverhead in the last 12 months — representing 26.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 48 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Dunton Green and Riverhead last updated?
The crime data for Dunton Green and Riverhead was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Dunton Green and Riverhead with other areas?
You can compare Dunton Green and Riverhead with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.